November 4, 2009

RC4WD Rockbull 1/8 scale competition crawler

RC4WD Rockbull 1/8 scale competition crawler

I wont pretend to know anything about Rock crawling but seemingly many people have said that the super size crawler is a ‘thing of the past’ or has ‘died. Crawling specialists RC4WD have never given up on this class and have been working to bring new items like tires, wheels and axles to the super class community and now they have a complete super class kit. Introducing the new Rockbull 1/8 scale competition crawler kit, the first competition super class crawler with pendulum weighted adjustable beadlock wheels, Rok Lok 4.0 tires and advanced alloy Super Bully axle. This definitely looks like a serious piece of equipment.

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November 2, 2009

PSM Racing Wheel balancing system

PSM Racing Wheel balancing system

PSM Racing have introduced their professional wheel balancing system. Made from an aluminium base with 4mm thick carbon fibre sides, it is very light, while precision bearings ensure the balancing axle can spin freely. Suitable for use with buggy and truggy tires, it will be available for sale in about 3 weeks.

Source: PSM [psm-racing.com]


October 29, 2009

Ryan Maifield cleans up at 2009 SIGP

Ryan Maifield cleans up at 2009 SIGP

Competiton Hobbies in Tucson, Arizona considered one of the best facilities for R/C in the World, held the annual Southwest Indoor Grand Prix over the weekend of October 24-25. JConcepts driver Ryan Maifield utilizing the JConcepts orange Bar Codes in his Associated chassis’ TQ’d and won both the 2wd modified and 4wd modified classes in convincing fashion.

Source: JConcepts [jconceptsracing.net]


October 29, 2009

Losi 320 Series Eclipse & Kingpin tires

Losi 320 Series Eclipse & Kingpin tires

Also new from Losi are the 320 Series Eclipse and Kingpin tires in red compound. Supplied with the insert, the tires are ideal for use with the Losi 1/10 Speed-T, 1/10 Speed-NT, 1/10 Desert Truck and the all new 1/10 TEN-T. The patterns will give you the performance and traction you desire, while the red compound provide exceptional bite and tread life. This compound is commonly used on dry hard-packed outdoor racetracks, but is a very safe compound for all conditions.

Source: Losi [losi.com]


October 29, 2009

Lucky 7 RC Precision Cut Foam air filters

Lucky 7 RC Precision Cut Foam air filters

Lucky 7 RC have been in contact to tell us about their line of precision cut foam air filters. Available for Losi, MBX6, Xray/RB, Proline and OS/Mugen, all are available in dry or pre-oiled packages. All the air filter foams come come packaged in 4mil zip bags for easy use and convenient storage. Available in various quantities.

Source: Lucky 7 RC [lucky7rc.com]


October 28, 2009

Indovino & Jakubowski win Polish Indoor Buggy nats Rd1

Indovino & Jakubowski win Polish Indoor Buggy nats Rd1

The first round of the Polish indoor off road championships took place last weekend at a modeling fair in Poznan. 80 drivers took part in the event and in 2WD Buggy Cuba Jakubowski had a battle with Michal Orlowski for the victory, with Cuba taking the win with his Associated buggy, beating Michal with his plastic Tamiya buggy, with third spot going to Jakub Kaczmarek. In the 4wd class the spectators were treated to some exciting running as Morris Indovino took the win from Artur Kramza, while Dennis Fadtke, who was making his debut in the off road class took 3rd despite some problems in the final.


October 27, 2009

Pro-Line RC8T Bulldog & SC Tire combos

Pro-Line RC8T Bulldog & SC Tire combos

We already brought you the new Bulldog from Pro-Line for the HB D8T. The Associated RC8T version is also on the way and the body looks to already be bullying the competition with Ryan Cavalieri dominating the Nitrocross World Championships with it recently. Pro-Line also now offers closed cell foam inserts for those tracks that desire a firmer insert set-up. Available in V2, V3 and VTR versions, channel details capture the tire so carcass flex is kept to a minimum and there are now no air gaps in between tires, unlike other brands. For racing your short course truck PL offer their Caliber and Bow-Tie patterns pre mounted on split six black one-piece wheels. Or if you wish to turn your SC into a sand slinging super truck you can try these new Sling Shot SC tires. With 10 monster grabbing 1/4″ tall paddles sand and snow are easily overcome. The Mohawk SC is the perfect compliment for the front of the car. A large center rib and smaller outer rib give your Short Course truck immediate steering. Both are available unmounted or pre mounted on either split six black one-piece wheels or split six red/black bead-loc wheels.

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October 27, 2009

DuraTrax 1/18 scale RTR Vendetta SC truck

DuraTrax 1/18 scale RTR Vendetta SC truck

DuraTrax have introduce their 1/18 scale RTR Vendetta SC EP Short Course racing truck. The car comes supplied a powerful 380-size VR3 motor, ESC7550 electronic speed control with reverse and brake combined with a Tactic 2.4GHz radio system with adjustable steering rate, TSX-200 steering servo and receiver with internal antenna. A painted body available in four different colors, with clear windows, completes the professional look of this truck.

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